Bridging Public Health and Critical Race Theory:
We’ve all seen research and analyses fail to consider the systemic racism and inequities that make health unobtainable in many communities. This is the gap Critical Race Theory (CRT) seeks… Read More
Author: Jon Scaccia
Next Year in Public Health, December 27, 2024
I’ve got to honest, no one is quite sure. I’ve been digging more into RFK, and there’s a real duality there. There are some great ideas about food quality, and… Read More
Why Collecting Health Data Hinges on Trust, Strategy, and Inclusion
If asked to share a drop of your blood or a snippet of your health records for research, would you? Now, imagine being reassured that your data will improve healthcare… Read More
Sugary Drinks, Youth, and Marketing
Imagine you’re scrolling through social media, and an ad for a fizzy, brightly colored soda pops up. It’s engaging, maybe featuring a celebrity or a catchy jingle, and before you… Read More
What If We Could Predict the Perfect Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder?
Imagine a future where every person struggling with opioid use disorder (OUD) could be matched with the treatment most likely to work for them—saving lives, reducing relapses, and offering hope… Read More
Making Research Applicable to Policymakers
As readers know, we are really into policy, so we’re really happy to share some conference proceedings from a group of researchers we really admire. The hook is simple: what… Read More
How Extreme Weather is Reshaping Rural Health
Imagine this: a small rural town faces a record-breaking heatwave. Crops wither, water supplies dwindle, and hospitals, understaffed and under-resourced, are flooded with patients suffering from heat-related illnesses. For the… Read More
Next Week in Public Health, December 20, 2024
Happy Holidays to all. We don’t really take a break, so be sure to stop on by and try out our new app. It’s the widget in the bottom right-hand… Read More
Smart Hospitals: AI, Sustainability, and the Human Touch
Imagine a hospital where personalized medicine isn’t just a buzzword but a daily reality—where artificial intelligence (AI) predicts illnesses before symptoms emerge, home treatment is seamlessly integrated, and healthcare ecosystems… Read More
A Global Reckoning for Drug Use Disorders
Imagine the world as a bustling city, its inhabitants racing along myriad paths toward progress. Among them are millions trapped by a silent epidemic—drug use disorders (DUDs). These disorders, while… Read More
A Closer Look at Gambling Harms and the Power of Peer Support
Imagine feeling trapped in a cycle where the harder you try to escape, the more stuck you become. For many people experiencing gambling-related harms, this cycle isn’t just about losing… Read More
What a 20-Year Study Reveals About Military Mortality
What happens when those who serve their country return home? While much attention focuses on the visible scars of war—physical injuries, PTSD, and suicide—less is known about the broader risks… Read More